Google Pixel Buds 2 review: They're the real deal

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class=”cnetReview row” section=””> When Google unveiled its new true wireless Pixel Buds 2 ($179) last October, they seemed like a big upgrade over the original models. The Pixel Buds, which debuted in 2017, had a cord between them and earned decidedly mixed reviews thanks to their loopy Mentos-esque design and middling sound. But at the 2019 launch event for the new Buds, the prototype models weren’t working, so we were left wondering how they sounded and performed. 8.5 <b>Google Pixel Buds 2 (2020)</b> <b>$180 at Best Buy</b> <b>CNET may get a commission from these offers.</b> <u><b>How it stacks up</b></u> <u>Apple AirPods Pro 8.7 $249 Sony WH-1000XM3 9.0 $348 Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 9.2 $300</u> Like <b>Improved fit with stabilizing fin</b> <b>Hands-free Assistant and Translate feature</b> <u><b>Very good sound for true wireless</b></u> <b>Excellent call quality</b> <i><u>Nice charging case with wireless and USB-C charging</u></i> <b>IPX4 sweat-resistant (splashproof)</b> Don’t Like <b>No active noise-canceling or transparency</b> <u><i>Battery life isn’t stellar at 5 hours</i></u> <b>Not quite as comfortable as some rivals</b> <b>Extra features don’t work with iOS devices</b> Several months on, I’ve gotten my hands on a pair and agen slot terbaik can solve the mystery: They sound quite good, perform well and are worthy contenders in the premium true wireless earbuds arena, particularly for Android users.

(They officially hit stores on Monday in white — black, mint and orange colors will arrive later. UK and Australian prices are not yet available, but $179 converts to about £145 or AU$275.) <b>Enlarge Image</b> <u><i>The Pixel Buds will come in four color options, but at launch, only white will be available.</i></u> <u><b>David Carnoy/CNET</b></u> Yes, the wearable Mentos look has returned, but I like the way the stabilizing fin — Google calls it an “arc” — has been integrated into the design.

With a little clockwise turn the buds (5.3 grams or 0.19 ounces each) twist securely in place, barely sticking out from my ears. While the original Pixel Buds had an open design like the standard AirPods, these have a noise-isolating design, which means the ear tips get jammed into your ears, sealing them off to the outside world. (It’s important to get a tight seal to maximize sound quality.) You do get decent passive noise muffling but these don’t offer active noise-canceling like the AirPods Pro, Sony WF-1000XM3, Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 and an increasing number of true wireless earbuds.

Some of the Pixel Buds’ closest competitors would be the Galaxy Buds Plus ($150) and the Jabra Elite 75t ($180). I did find those two models slightly more comfortable to wear over longer listening sessions and how you ultimately feel about the fit will depend on the shape of your ear. But the new Pixel Buds should fit most ears well. <u>The Mentos-shaped buds don’t stick out from your ears too far. </u> <u>David Carnoy/CNET</u> Aside from their improved design and fit over the original Pixel Buds, slot terbaik a few things stand out.

First, the 56.1-gram wireless charging case (with USB-C charging port) is really nice. It’s compact, feels solid in your hand and has a smooth matte finish. I liked it better than the AirPods’ case and it feels more premium than Galaxy Buds Plus’ case. Also, the buds are easy to get in and out of it, judi slot indonesia adhering magnetically to their charging contacts.

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